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DC-344

Motion to Waive Court Appearance

Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia

This form is a request, filed by the defendant, asking the court to allow them to skip appearing in court for a scheduled trial or hearing. The defendant signs a promise to appear on a new date and time if the court changes the original schedule.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used in a criminal case when the defendant wants to ask the court if they can waive the need to physically appear at a scheduled trial or hearing.

Usually filed by the person responding.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The defendant fills out this form to ask the court to waive their appearance at a scheduled hearing or trial.
What does the defendant promise when filing this?
The defendant promises to appear on a new date and time if the court changes the original schedule for the trial or hearing.
Does this form require a fee?
The text does not mention any filing fees for this motion.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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